Adding Component Definitions Under the Arms Export Control Act

Lockheed Martin Corporation supports the proposed rule to add definitions for "component," "accessories and attachments," and "part" to the Arms Export Control Act regulations. The company argues that these definitions will provide greater consistency with Department of State regulations, improve regulatory clarity, and reduce uncertainty for defense manufacturers.

The National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF), a trade association for the firearms and shooting sports industry, supports the proposed rulemaking to harmonize ATF regulations with ITAR definitions. However, they request specific modifications to clarify that complete accessories and attachments are not controlled, advocate for the inclusion of a "specially designed" release for common fasteners, and request the removal of flash suppressors from USMIL Category I.